There has to be a term for words or passing conversations that enter your mind, and you ponder them; they move you. Like the conversation at the table next to you. When you close your eyes on the beach and hear the chatter of children at play. When someone speaks a word, that makes you go in another direction. Facebook is full of quotes and memes. Too much sometimes, really. One minute, you laugh; another, you’ve thought of sadness and tear up.

This particular quote touched me.

Yesterday was the 3rd anniversary of my father’s homecoming. I had a “glimmer” or moment while sleeping. I vividly dreamed of him holding me and repeatedly telling me he loved me. It was a work day, so I kept busy. I also completed significant repairs in my home and felt a strong sense of accomplishment. Another day and one more year without my dad. Loss changes you in so many ways. You never think you’ll be here in the season of “the older generation.” We are the ones looking back on the next generations to lead.

When considering the individuals who will guide and shape the future of society and families, it is important to focus not only on the current generation but also those who are entering their mid-life and will likely live for another several decades. These individuals will play a pivotal role. I honor this role within my dad. A legacy that still lives on.

I wish I could have recorded a conversation with an amazing colleague. It was a moment of speaking into my life. Basically, if I had to pick a quote to represent her message, it would be this:

I do believe in moments “falling into our laps.” However, in creating friendships, love, active forgiveness, and taking risks, they fall into our lives like glimmers of hope. Last night, a friend sent me a video of a glimmer she was experiencing. The rain coming down, the pink sky, and her moments on the screened-in porch. At the same time, another friend shared her rainbow while sitting in the pouring rain at her daughter’s high school football game. I love it when someone shares their glimmer moments. It connects us.

I love you, daddy. I’m glad I’m still experiencing moments with you, even when you are gone. I miss you.

I love you more…